NOVEMBER 2013

More than 100 Binghamton University alumni attended "The Future of Real Estate," a
networking event for real estate professionals held Nov. 13 at the SUNY Global Center
in Manhattan. The event was sponsored by the Alumni Association's Metro New York Chapter
and Michael Kandrach of Wells Fargo. Read more.

Event encourages alumni to Hire Binghamton

The University's Career Development Center and the Alumni Association's D.C. Metro
Chapter held an event recently to inform alumni about how they can aid current students
in their career development. Read more.

BlackRock shining star is featured speaker at SOM networking event

Rob Goldstein '94, head of BlackRock's Institutional Client Business and BlackRock
Solutions, and No. 5 on the Fortune magazine "40 Under 40" List, was the featured
speaker at the School of Management's Fall Networking Event held Oct. 17 at the New
York Athletic Club in Manhattan. Read more.

First responders' lawyer speaks at University Forum

William H. Groner '77 returned to Binghamton recently to discuss his journey that
led to his representing 10,000 individuals in a lawsuit that culminated in an $800
million award to his clients. Read more.

Nominate a Binghamton graduate for an Alumni Association award

Do you know of a Binghamton graduate whose accomplishments are truly extraordinary?
If so, we invite you to submit a nomination for the Alumni Association Special Recognition
Awards Program. Read more.

Alumnus serves country as officer in U.S. Army

Daniel Solomon '07 served in the United States Army for six years, climbing the ranks
to reach the rank of staff sergeant. Read more.

Faculty Senate hears of pharmacy school proposal

An update on the status of the University's request to establish a school of pharmacy
was the first item on the agenda for the first Faculty Senate meeting of the academic
year on Oct. 29. Read more.

The fall issue of Binghamton University Magazine is on its way! Our cover story asks, "Are there better ways to teach? More interesting ways to learn?"
Faculty and students at Binghamton University are trying flipped classes, self-paced
learning and all-online coursework to see what really works and what doesn't. Read
more about how Binghamton embraces innovation and what President Barack Obama had
to say about it when he visited campus this year. See those stories and more at binghamton.edu/magazine.

B-CONNECTED with other graduates! B-connected is a secure virtual community only for Binghamton
University alumni. Update your personal profile, search for alumni, and submit and
read Class Notes.

SUBMIT A NOMINATION by Dec. 31 for the Alumni Association board. We're looking for graduates who are
eager to give back to the University and promote alumni volunteerism. Board members
work with alumni relations staff on key projects, directly participating in committee
work, events, and activities.

SHARE YOUR EXPERTISE WITH US! The Alumni Relations office is frequently called upon to recommend alumni who are
expert speakers. If you are well-versed, because of your education and professional
experience, in subjects including national security, politics, technology, career
networking, environmental studies or etiquette, please contact Melinda Holicky, associate director for volunteer engagement. Please include your name, class year,
and a brief description of your experience and expertise. Supporting material could
include a c.v. or link to your website.

Take home a piece of Newing College. The Alumni Association and Uncommon Goods (founded by David Bolotsky '85) offer alumni
the opportunity to purchase banks made from mailboxes salvaged from the Newing Dining
Hall. A Newing bank can be a great keepsake to remind you of your time as a student
at Binghamton. Banks also make great gifts! Find out more and purchase a bank today.